White Papers & Case Studies

A traditional security system is composed of a variety of subsystems such as video
surveillance, access control and intrusion detection alerts. By themselves, each of these
systems is a critical component of a sophisticated security infrastructure. But for the most
part, these platforms operate as separate components without the ability to communicate
with each other. This inability to share critical security information between devices and
platforms leads to missing data, which can result in security hazards and lapses.

There’s no margin for error when it comes to public safety. Metropolitan police departments all across the country are doing their best to deter criminal activity. When
it can’t be prevented, the agencies want to apprehend and help to successfully prosecute the perpetrators. With human resources stretched thin, video surveillance has become a
critical tool in the war on crime. Video surveillance puts thousands of extra “eyes” on the street, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Fraud and theft are constant threats to any organization, and the protections put in place against malicious activities must constantly evolve. To solve this challenge, businesses are deploying multiple levels of security, of which access cards are a critical component.

Today, organizations face greater physical security risks than perhaps ever before — from terrorism and violence to theft, vandalism, and fraud. While terrorism grabs much of the
spotlight, other statistics are also striking.